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Big Ben questionable; Pouncey out vs. 49ers

It's still too early to tell if Ben Roethlisberger will play Monday. But at least he took a positive step in that direction Saturday.</P>

Even though he's still limping noticeably with a left ankle sprain, Roethlisberger managed to practice for the first time this week.</P>

Roethlisberger sprained his left ankle during a 14-3 win over Cleveland Brownson Dec. 8. He did not speak to reporters following practice, but guard Ramon Foster said the quarterback showed little problems throwing the ball despite limited mobility.</P>

''I could see him playing against the 49ers,'' Foster said. ''I guess we won't know for sure for a couple days, but with a late Monday night game and two more days to rest and rehab I think he'll be all right to play. And I certainly wouldn't bet against him.''</P>

Roethlisberger last missed a start due to injury in 2009. Veteran Charlie Batch will get the start if Roethlisberger can't go.</P>